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Activists still trying to influence CPW over mountain lion hunting, despite ballot box loss
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Activists still trying to influence CPW over mountain lion hunting, despite ballot box loss

By Lindy Browning | Contributing Writer, Rocky Mountain Voice Even after voters rejected a ban on mountain lion hunting, people that supported the ban are continuing to try to influence Colorado wildlife officials into implementing many of the measures that voters rejected in Prop. 127 during the CPW rulemaking and hearings  process. CPW regularly evaluates and updates their data concerning the number of lions that are in specific areas of the state, in order to fulfill the mission of the agency to manage lions for sustainable populations and strike a balance in apex predator and prey numbers, insuring that the prey species are not decimated while maintaining robust lion populations. As a result of the newest studies, a new Eastern Colorado plan was needed, because the previous on...
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Republican senator introduces federal ban on mutilating trans procedures for children
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Republican senator introduces federal ban on mutilating trans procedures for children

By Breccan F. Thies | The Federalist Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., introduced legislation on Wednesday that would federally ban mutilating transgender procedures for children and punish so-called “physicians” who perform such procedures. The legislation would block doctors from being able to prescribe or administer puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones, as well as perform mutilating transgender surgeries like mastectomies. The Safeguarding the Overall Protection of Minors (STOP) Act  would allow the Department of Health and Human Services to place a minimum $100,000 fine on doctors who do not follow the law. It would also create a private right of action for victims of the procedures — or their guardians if the victim is still a minor — to sue “individuals responsible for perform...
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Bray: Republicans would be stupid not to confirm Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense
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Bray: Republicans would be stupid not to confirm Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense

By Chris Bray, Commentary | The Federalist Already, a month after a significant political victory and a major inflection point, Republican officeholders are becoming our biggest obstacle to success. Again. Pete Hegseth is being Kavanaughed. And the only people dumb enough to fall for it are Republican senators. I was willing to hear arguments that Hegseth wasn’t the best choice for secretary of defense. In his 40s, he’s on his third marriage, and while the rape allegation from his visit to a conservative conference in Monterey is clearly false, I was wide open to the argument that his actions demonstrated poor judgment. I was prepared to hear an argument. Like many combat veterans, Hegseth had some post-war chaos in his life. Discussion was merited. READ THE FULL STORY AT THE F...
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Sullivan: Getting real news is a journey of truthful context, allowing citizens to make informed decisions
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Sullivan: Getting real news is a journey of truthful context, allowing citizens to make informed decisions

By Michael Quinn Sullivan | Commentary, Texas Scorecard Most of what passes for “news” today is little more than warmed-over propaganda designed to serve the ruling elite. The foolishly described “mainstream” media (there is nothing “mainstream” about them) are shills for the far left. At the same time, many of the seemingly “conservative” outlets pander to whichever moderate Republican officeholder tickles their ears. Citizens deserve better. Here is how I define news: the facts of the day told in their truthful context, allowing citizens to make informed decisions. Every single citizen is, or can be, a journalist. Journalism is the purposeful activity of gathering relevant information and presenting it in a straightforward manner without deceit, manipulation, or unnecessary jarg...
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U.S. Economy Adds 227,000 Jobs In November
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U.S. Economy Adds 227,000 Jobs In November

By John Carney | Breitbart Employers in the United States added 227,000 workers to their payrolls in November, the Department of Labor said Friday, and the unemployment rate edged up to 4.2 percent. Economists had been expecting 215,000 after storms and strikes saw the Labor Department report a much-worse-than-expected growth of just 12,000 in October. They had also forecast that the unemployment rate would rise one-tenth of a point from 4.1 percent. The October report was revised up by 24,000, bringing the estimate up to 36,000. The September jobs number was revised up by 32,000, from a gain of 223,000 to 255,000. READ THE FULL STORY AT BREITBART
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U.S. Rep-elect Evans, SBOE Member-elect Navarro to be featured in town hall
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U.S. Rep-elect Evans, SBOE Member-elect Navarro to be featured in town hall

By BRIAN PORTER | Rocky Mountain Voice A town hall meeting featuring Congressman-elect Gabe Evans and State Board of Education Member-elect Yazmin Navarro, both of the 8th Congressional District, will take place on Friday, Dec. 6, from 1-3 p.m. The town hall is being hosted and offered by Wayne Walvoord, the regional captain in Northern and Eastern Colorado for the Convention of States. Evans unseated Democrat U.S. Rep. Yadira Caraveo in a race decided by 2,449 votes among 333,609 total votes. He gathered 48.96% of the vote, edging out Caraveo by 0.74%. The race did not qualify for a mandatory recount, as it was 0.24% beyond the 0.50% margin to trigger a recount. Navarro was part of a right turn for the State Board of Education, as Republicans won three of the four races on the...
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In Western Slope café, Coloradans react to pardon of Hunter Biden by his father, President Biden
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In Western Slope café, Coloradans react to pardon of Hunter Biden by his father, President Biden

By Jen Schumann | Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice The announcement of Hunter Biden’s pardon from his father, President Joe Biden, raised eyebrows nationwide. And, in Mesa County, it has launched endless questions about the integrity of the justice system. In a Grand Junction café, the coffee comes with political conversations that reflect the deep skepticism of federal leadership. Residents here are watching closely and their reactions highlight a range of concerns, from distrust in government promises to broader questions about fairness in the justice system. For Gerald Gustin, a U.S. Navy veteran, the pardon marked a clear departure from assurances made by the White House: “Karine Jean-Pierre said multiple times it wouldn’t happen. And yet, here we are,” he said, referencing...
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Douglas County School District to close three schools in 2026 through consolidation plan
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Douglas County School District to close three schools in 2026 through consolidation plan

By Noah Festenstein | Denver Gazette Amid a statewide decline in student enrollment and other Colorado school closures, the Douglas County School District plans to close up to three of its elementary schools in the near future, according to the district. The school district is considering "pairing" and "consolidating" six elementary schools within Highlands Ranch — a municipality with more than enough schools but not enough students, according to district officials. DCSD officials said a decision on what elementary school will close is to be made in April following community feedback and public meetings. Closures are slated to occur in August 2026. READ THE FIULL STORY AT THE DENVER GAZETTE
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‘We Are the Faces of Gun Ownership’: Amanda Hardin launches weekly RMV video series
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‘We Are the Faces of Gun Ownership’: Amanda Hardin launches weekly RMV video series

By Rocky Mountain Voice Staff Rocky Mountain Voice is proud to introduce a groundbreaking new video series: We Are the Faces of Gun Ownership with Amanda Hardin. This weekly social media series highlights Colorado gun owners, challenging stereotypes and celebrating the diversity, responsibility, and empowerment within the Second Amendment (2A) community. Amanda, the founder of Lipstick Tactical, has long been a leading voice in 2A advocacy, and this project brings her vision to life in a powerful way. Each 90-second episode features authentic stories from gun owners across the state, showcasing their unique perspectives and how firearms play a role in their lives. The goal? To spark conversations, educate audiences, and foster a deeper understanding of what responsible gun ownership ...
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Colorado lawmakers debate when, how to fund $350M voter-approved public safety mandate
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Colorado lawmakers debate when, how to fund $350M voter-approved public safety mandate

By Marianne Goodland | Colorado Politics Colorado lawmakers are scrambling to figure out exactly how to carry out voters' approval of a ballot measure that directs the General Assembly to put $350 million into a fund to help recruit, train, and retain local law enforcement. The measure did not specify a timeline for when the money must be allocated or whether it's a yearly allocation. Lawmakers are grappling with those questions as the state's budget crafters are seeking money anywhere, given that the state faces a $1 billion shortfall. READ THE FULL STORY AT COLORADO POLITICS
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